Special Education Instructional Assistant

Cambridge-Isanti School District 911; Cambridge (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Optical insurance

Job summary

Cambridge-Isanti School District 911 Cambridge-Isanti High School in Cambridge, Minnesota seeks a dedicated Special Education Instructional Assistant to support students in inclusive classrooms. A High School Diploma or GED and passing ParaPro/Para Educator testing (or 60 college credits) are required, along with a successful background check.

The role involves 6.5 hours per day, per contract, assisting with behavior and academics, and increasing student independence in collaboration with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Pass ParaPro/Para Educator testing or 60 college credits.
• Successful background check required.

Responsibilities

• Work with students throughout the day assisting with behavior and academics.
• Refocus students and de-escalate negative behavior.
• Increase independence in children and work with classroom staff.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Excellent communication

Behavior management

Self-starter

Education

High School Diploma/GED

60 college credits

Job description

Special Education Instructional Assistant

Cambridge-Isanti School District 911 Cambridge-Isanti High School — Cambridge, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5934924
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications/Experience: High School Diploma/GED and passed ParaPro/Para Educator testing(or 60 college credits) required.

A successful background check is required.

Prefer experience working with children.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Needed: Patience, flexibility, love for children, confidentiality, teamwork, self-starter, takes direction easily, excellent communication skills, behavior management skills, assist in the classroom and in special education classroom.

Specific Tasks: Work with students throughout the day assisting with behavior and academics. Refocus the student in the classroom, de-escalate negative behavior, recognize and acknowledge positive behavior, and work cooperatively with the classroom teacher and Special Education staff. Work to increase independence in children. Other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher.

Hours Per Day: 6.5 hours/day
As per contract

Benefit-eligible position: health, dental, and optical insurance, supplemental insurance available, long-term disability coverage, district-paid life insurance policy, retirement plan, sick days, vacation days, holidays, and more!

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Steven Gibbs , Principal
• Cambridge-Isanti High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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